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Wood Troubleshooting
Tips and tricks for common wood fireplace problems. If you're unable to find what you need here, don't hesitate to call us at 515-270-5388 or toll free at 800-270-1847. We have a full service team available to help you with any problems.
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| Woodburning Installation Tips |
Best Practices for Woodburning Fireplace Installation Prevent Smoking, drafts and odors from fireplaces installed in new homes
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| Cleaning a Chimney | Though we at Fireplace Superstore do not offer chimney cleaning services, the following are some tips and tricks if you would like to clean your own chimney. For professional cleaners please see the Chimney Sweeps heading in the phone book.
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| 10 Foot/2 Foot Rule | This rule is frequently misunderstood or ignored, and many people have drafting problems with their fireplaces for this reason. This rule is fairly simple, however, and must be followed in every vented fireplace installation
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| Fireplace Doors | Getting glass doors for your wood-burning fireplace is a tricky endeavor. If you have a factory-built fireplace you will need to find the Brand and Model in order to obtain doors that will fit your fireplace. With masonry fireplaces measurements must be taken and custom doors must be made.
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| Energy Content of Wood | All wood, regardless of species, has about the same energy content per pound & vary only in density. Traditionally, the favored trees in central North America were oak & maple because they are very dense and produce long-lasting coals. However, these trees are not plentiful enough to burn in most areas. Ultimately, it is more important to have wood that is cut & split to the right size & properly dried than it is to get the hardest ...
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| Cleaning Brick | A few helpful tips and tricks to getting your fireplace and surround sparkling like new again
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